Operating Room Registered Nurse
Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (OR RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Salem, Oregon
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Day shift, 4 x 10 hour shifts (variable start times: 07:00-17:30, 09:00-19:30, 11:00-21:30)

• Weekday scheduled shifts: 10 hours with variable days/start times
• Weekday night call shifts: 8 hours (23:00-07:00)
• Weekend scheduled and call shifts: 10-12 hours
• 5-6 shifts of call and/or weekend scheduled shifts per 6-week schedule

Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Operating Room)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (1st time travelers allowed)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred (AHA only)
• Skills: Telemetry skills required for all RNs regardless of unit
• Licensure: Valid RN license for Oregon required; NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start
• Competency Exams:

  • Competency exam with 80% passing score
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (passing score 85%) preferred for Med Surg/Tele units
• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 90 days of start (7-year search)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
  • International background check if applicable
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start (can start with physical pending)
  • Fit mask testing onsite within first week of start (not required for some roles)
  • Immunizations/vaccinations required or declination forms accepted for:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
    • Flu seasonal vaccination (year-round, updated annually)
    • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (antibody titers or vaccines)
    • Hepatitis B (titer, 3-dose series, or declination)
    • Varicella (antibody titer or vaccines)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
  • Drug testing (10 panel) within 90 days of start

Additional Information

• Work Schedule: Variable shifts with weekday and weekend call requirements
• Documentation:

  • Clear copy of driver's license or passport/state ID required
  • Proof of name change if applicable
  • Education verification release/consent required for some non-licensed roles
  • References: 2 references within last 2 years showing 1 year in comparable specialty; at least one supervisory reference within last 12 months
• Facility Specific:

  • Badge photo required at least 8 days prior to start (white background)
  • Completion of required HealthStream modules by due date
  • TB history screening form required prior to start
  • Job description must be signed prior to start

This position offers a dynamic schedule with a mix of day shifts and call responsibilities in a hospital operating room setting. It is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of experience in the specialty and who hold current BLS certification, with ACLS preferred. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.